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Motherhood Series: The Things They Never Tell You

November 28, 2018

Well folks, we’ve survived the first 8 weeks of motherhood. Even though it’s only been a few very short weeks, I have learned so much. Everyone always says you’ll never sleep again once you have a baby. While we certainly don’t sleep as much as we use to, I wouldn’t say we are suffering from insomnia. Though sleep is among the many things people tell you about, there are a few things I didn’t know or at least didn’t understand until I experienced it.

I think the hardest part so far have been the unknowns. There have been several times where Eleanor wouldn’t stop crying. After changing her, feeding her, rocking her, etc. she would still be crying and it makes you feel helpless. You want so badly for them to tell you what’s wrong so you can fix it, but they can’t. It’s definitely left me crying with her a few times. Everyday we are learning something new. What our baby likes and dislikes–it’s a never ending journey that we’re excited to be on. We’re also still trying to figure this parenting thing out. Ya’ll I really have no clue what I’m doing, but like my midwife said, “if you can keep a puppy alive, you can keep a baby alive.”

We are also still adjusting to this new life as a family of three. It’s a constant balancing act with trying to meet the needs of your spouse and baby, but also making sure you’re taking care of yourself. I’m also learning that it’s okay if the house isn’t clean. I’ve had a basket full of clean laundry sitting out for a week now & I have no desire to fold it. Though it’s not as easy to just leave the house & get a pedicure, I wouldn’t trade these days of messy hair and pjs for anything.

Even on days when I’m completely exhausted, have changed way too many diapers, and Eleanor is fussy, there really is nothing greater than the love you have for your child. It’s practically impossible to not want to squeeze her & kiss those chubby cheeks of hers all the time. I know people tend to say the newborn stage is their favorite, but I’m excited to watch her grow and learn about the world around her. And let’s face it, I can’t wait to photograph her with cute little pigtails and cheesy big grins.